2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Tundra 2005 Honda Accord
Make Toyota Honda
Model Tundra Accord
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1386 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5820 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3710 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L


 

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